Recently, striker Phil Kruger talked about Kimmich as the new captain of the German team at a press conference.
Phil Kruger said: "Kimmich is a real captain. I am always happy when I train with him, because then the chances of winning are greater. I am very happy that he has finally shown his true self in the German team since the European Cup. People often see him in different eyes. But Kimmich is a very mature player and a very good person."